November 20, 2006
Urban Aran Blocking
I didn't mention I am working on the Urban Aran cardigan. When the weather got cold in September, I started the sleeves of this sweater. due to the thick yarn, the sleeves are knit on a couple stitches less than the smallest pattern size.
The body is knit all in one piece, splitting at the armholes. Followed the pattern stitch count, just dropping the appropriate stitches at the (non)seams. it seemed to take a long time.
When I first started this sweater, maybe it was a sleeve, it was while watching Cinderella Man. Now even just looking at the grey cable pattern I am reminded of the movie.
In this photo, it is blocking, but in real life I've started the collar and purchased a zipper. The collar seems large, so it may need to be done over.
The yarn is gjestal naturgarn from elann that waited many months for an appropriate sweater pattern, suffering a couple trials and errors in the process. the funny thing is, I just started knitting this one. no big pattern contemplation or anything. for me, that is a benefit to not blogging.. less planning, no accountability, knitting is just knitting.
ps. wore the built by wendy coat this weekend with great success! its a little big, but I just pretend it is a swing coat and that helps. perhaps a modeled shot this week.
Comments (13)
It looks great! I love that color of grey. :) Can't wait to see it finished.
Posted by jess | November 20, 2006 5:25 PM
Posted on November 20, 2006 17:25
It looks great so far...love the pattern.
Posted by Christie | November 20, 2006 5:47 PM
Posted on November 20, 2006 17:47
I am working on urban aran as well...one piece...hmmm...that is a great idea, but too late for me. Love the new look of the blog, and glad to see you are blogging again!
Posted by Carolyn | November 20, 2006 6:13 PM
Posted on November 20, 2006 18:13
Great sweater. I've been craving a grey cabled sweater all fall. I can't wait to see how it looks and I'd love to see some modeled coat shots!
Posted by Stephanie | November 20, 2006 6:42 PM
Posted on November 20, 2006 18:42
Looks great! I love the yarn, looks very warm, perfect for the wintry weather. Can't wait to see it finished~
Posted by emily elizabeth | November 20, 2006 7:29 PM
Posted on November 20, 2006 19:29
Yes, please post a model shot of the Built by Wendy coat. I'd love to see it.
Posted by Megann | November 21, 2006 8:45 AM
Posted on November 21, 2006 08:45
I have that pattern as well and may make it a cardi. How many/what stitches did you use at the band for the zipper?
Posted by stacey | November 21, 2006 9:39 AM
Posted on November 21, 2006 09:39
Ah, that looks wonderful - just in time for the season. Can't wait to see it finished, and to see the coat - I'm still kind of amazed that people can sew a real live coat at home!
Posted by eunny | November 21, 2006 10:26 AM
Posted on November 21, 2006 10:26
oh I can't wait to see..that grey sweater is lovely.
Posted by vanessa | November 21, 2006 11:23 AM
Posted on November 21, 2006 11:23
It looks great! I agree with lots of other commenters; the gray color is terrific. Can't wait to see it all put together.
Posted by seedless grape | November 21, 2006 2:26 PM
Posted on November 21, 2006 14:26
It's good to have you back. I have always enjoyed your projects and your posts.
The urban aran is looking great!
Posted by Kirsten | November 22, 2006 11:00 AM
Posted on November 22, 2006 11:00
Its so good to see you back in blogging action! Yes, fill us in on all the projects!!!! What an amazing sewer you are becoming!
Posted by Dani | November 22, 2006 7:34 PM
Posted on November 22, 2006 19:34
I also have many, many skeins in captive, waiting for the right pattern to come along and end their suffering! I agree your statement, "less planning, no accountability, knitting is just knitting." When I am not accountable for my knitting, I come up with the most creative stuff! And by the way, this sweater turned out beautifully!
Posted by Sarah | May 3, 2007 10:40 AM
Posted on May 3, 2007 10:40